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Tag: bible

When Life Is Not Like Literature

As a lifelong reader and an English major and an over-thinker in general, I have learned not only to read … More

bible, books, Charles Spurgeon, Christianity, literature, quotes, reading

Wise Words #5: A Gentle and Quiet Spirit

I recently finished reading The Pursuit of God by A.W. Tozer. This was my first Tozer book to read, and I really … More

A.W. Tozer, bible, books, Christianity, introvert, Jesus, reading

Thanksgiving in the Midst of Change

This past year has had its ups and downs, and–I must admit–it’s been tough for me. Moving to a new … More

bible, Christianity, holidays, resources, thanks, Thanksgiving

Poetry Corner: The God-Given Library

Poetry Corner is here again, and I have a lovely one to share today! Today’s poem is written by Grace … More

bible, library, literature, poem, poetry

Happy Easter!

bible, Christianity, Easter, holidays

Dreams: The Escape to Insanity

Dreams…what an appropriately spooky topic for the month of Halloween. Or has no one else had a nightmare? Nightmares aren’t … More

bible, books, Doctor Who, dreams, Narnia, nerd, quotes, stories

The Dangerous Side Effects of Overthinking

Overthinking is my talent. I’m a natural. If you ever need someone to overthink a situation, call me up and … More

anxiety, bible, books, change, Christianity, Corrie Ten Boom, Elisabeth Elliot, Passion and Purity, The Hiding Place, worry

Wise Words #2: Living in the Now

Stress. This last summer has been a whirlwind of ups and downs entirely built on stressful circumstances. At least, that’s … More

bible, books, C.S. Lewis, Christianity, Elisabeth Elliot, Passion and Purity, quotes, The Screwtape Letters, worry

Wise Words #1: Removing Myself, Inserting God

Though homework is calling out to me, wanting to be completed as soon as possible, I am intentionally stifling the … More

bible, Christianity, Jen Wilkin, quotes

I Shall Not Want

Yesterday, I got an email from my dad which includes a video of Audrey Assad singing her song “I Shall … More

Audrey Assad, bible, Christianity, music, sheep

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